Clamp assembly for use with orthopaedic retractor frame assembly
US6017306A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 25, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 25, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 25, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61B17/02
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention is directed to an orthopaedic retractor frame assembly (10) for use during orthopaedic surgery at an incision site associated with a limb of a patient. The retractor frame assembly (10) includes a retractor frame (16) for placement adjacent the incision site. A limb attachment device (22) is connected to the retractor frame (16) and is configured for connection with a limb of the patient, whereby the retractor frame (16) is held at a desired orientation relative to the incision site. In addition, the retractor frame assembly (10) provides for retractor instruments (18) to be adjustably positioned relative to the retractor frame (16).
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